Senior Traffic Manager

Mannik Smith Group; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group is seeking a Senior Traffic Manager in Glen Allen, Virginia. In this role, you will lead traffic design and operational analysis for innovative transportation projects across Virginia. You will collaborate with a dynamic team, ensuring quality and success in traffic solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, a strong understanding of traffic design standards, and a minimum of 12 years of experience in traffic engineering design.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in traffic engineering design.
• Strong knowledge of traffic design standards and practices.
• Registration as a P.E. in Virginia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the technical development of traffic designs.
• Lead project meetings and provide technical expertise.
• Engage with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative solutions.

Skills

Traffic design standards and practices

Project management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Synchro

SIDRA

HCS

Job description

Senior Traffic Manager

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Glen Allen, Virginia

Description

Are you a civil engineering professional who enjoys solving real-world traffic challenges and improving how people move through their communities? Rinker Design Associates (RDA) is looking for a Senior Traffic Manager to help lead traffic design and operational analysis on innovative transportation projects across Virginia. In this role, you’ll collaborate with a talented team, contribute to impactful multimodal solutions, and play a key part in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

What You'll Do:

• Lead Technical Excellence: Direct and oversee the technical development of traffic designs and operational analyses for diverse and innovative roadway and multimodal projects. Ensure the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety in the design and analysis of traffic operations, signal systems, and complete streets for all modes of transportation—vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian.
• Drive Project Success: Lead project meetings, present traffic design aspects, and provide technical expertise to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Engage with clients, agency representatives, contractors, and internal teams to deliver innovative traffic solutions.
• Ensure Quality and Standards: Maintain high standards for deliverables and perform quality control for team members' work.
• Support Project Management: Assist project managers in meeting schedule and budget goals while driving technical progress.
• Foster Innovation: Develop intelligent transportation systems, signal designs, interchange access reports, and signing and pavement marking plans.

What You'll Need:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
• Licensure: Registration as a P.E. in Virginia is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 years of experience in traffic engineering design.
• Expertise: Strong knowledge of traffic design standards and practices, including VDOT, AASHTO, FHWA, MUTCD, HCM, PROWAG, and HSM.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with design tools such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, Synchro, SIDRA and HCS is required.
• Team and Communication Skills: Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Join RDA?

• Professional Growth: Access mentorship and leadership opportunities to advance your career.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate and innovative team dedicated to enhancing safety and providing excellence in transportation design.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with matching.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
  • Generous PTO and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday
  • Parental leave
  • Supportive team culture

RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.